Hackers

A young hacker, Dade 'Zero Cool' Murphy, is framed by a corporate security expert for a massive embezzlement scheme. He must team up with his fellow hackers, known as the "Acid Burn" crew, to clear his name and expose the conspiracy. The film follows their thrilling race against time through the digital underworld.

Hackers was met with mixed reviews from critics upon its release, with many finding its portrayal of hacking to be unrealistic and its plot convoluted. However, it has since gained a cult following for its stylish visuals, energetic soundtrack, and its prescient depiction of early internet culture and its impact on youth.

• Praised for its vibrant, distinctive visual style and energetic soundtrack.

• Criticized for its often implausible and sensationalized depiction of computer hacking.

• Seen as a stylish, albeit unrealistic, snapshot of early internet subculture.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's cool aesthetic, memorable soundtrack, and its appeal as a fun, nostalgic look at '90s hacker culture, even if the technical aspects are not accurate.

Angelina Jolie's character, 'Acid Burn', was originally written as a male character, but director Iain Softley changed it to female after seeing Jolie's audition.